Agriculture

Biobeds help put leftovers to rest

Safe and acceptable place to dump diluted pesticide waste.

Apr 22, 2023 3:24 PM Read more >

China, Australia reach agreement over barley exports

Canada had benefitted from tariffs on Australian barley, but new deal is expected to significantly slow Chinese demand.

Apr 22, 2023 11:03 AM Read more >

Livestock producers seek risk management improvements

Even with recent enhancements to AgriStability, the program doesn’t provide proper protection.

Apr 22, 2023 8:34 AM Read more >

Opinion: It will not be possible to buy our way out of climate change

For now, nature seems determined to win in an era of climate change.

Apr 22, 2023 7:04 AM Read more >

Moisture conservation starts in the field

Researcher encourages growers to think about stubble management when planting and harvesting this year’s crop.

Apr 22, 2023 6:48 AM Read more >

Estevan Mercury Nelson Motors 4-H Member of the Month: Owen Goetz

Owen Goetz of Outram-Madigan 4-H dedicated 13 years to the club.

Apr 21, 2023 11:45 AM Read more >

Prepare for quick flea beetle action this spring

Predicting pest levels is difficult before canola emerges; growers are encouraged to think ahead about managing the risk.

Apr 21, 2023 10:57 AM Read more >

Hog sector gives CFIA earful over tags

Piglets and other border-crossing pigs are now commonly stamped with an identity tattoo.

Apr 21, 2023 8:37 AM Read more >

Agribition turns profit, plans for next show

2022 show saw record attendance at the rodeo, a return to regular attendance of 120,000 and strong sales.

Apr 21, 2023 6:29 AM Read more >

Boeing high on renewable aviation fuel potential

Aviation is responsible for 2.5 percent of global carbon dioxide emissions.

Apr 20, 2023 11:43 AM Read more >